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Equality Federation hails the momentous decision by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) that Title VII of the 1967 Civil Rights Act includes protection from employment discrimination based on sexual orientation. Previously, the EEOC found that gender identity-based discrimination against transgender Americans is also prohibited by Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

The ruling applies to federal claims and will also be used by the EEOC’s offices throughout the country when investigating discrimination claims in the private sector.

In just a few days, more than 170 advocates from across the country will gather in Charlotte to connect and forge relationships, collaborate for future success, and build momentum toward even greater wins in the communities we call home.

Recently, our board of directors voted on two new at-large members. In just a few short weeks, our members will have the chance to vote on our new slate of member representatives to the Equality Federation and Equality Federation Institute Board of Directors.

The Federation is looking for a dedicated staff member to partner with public education campaigns--from small grassroots efforts to full-scale state-wide campaigns working to educate the public about the need for nondiscrimination protections--to create targeted, effective public education campaigns using the latest technology and best-practices field and communications tactics.